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Flint Hills Technical College. Programs and Majors.
Emergency Medical Technician

Mission:

EMT-B students will learn extrication, operation of emergency vehicles, basic anatomy, basic assessment of injury or illness, triage, care for specific injuries and illnesses, environmental emergencies, childbirth and transport of the patient.

EMT-I students will gain knowledge about the basic life support skills as well as advanced live support procedures such as assessment, IV fluid administration, advanced airway procedures, defibrillation, trauma management, and a limited number of medications given in medial emergencies.

Career Paths:

Employment opportunities for men and women in the Emergency Medical Technician field include:
  • 1st Responder
  • Ambulance Crew
  • Emergency Room

The Industry:


The Program:

Prerequisites

Students must:
  • Take and pass the ASSET test with a score of 35 in all areas
  • Graduate from a high school or have received a GED diploma

Instruction

Instruction takes place in the classroom and hands-on practice labs.  Once successfully mastered, students will use their skills in ambulance and emergency room internships.

Program Cost Sheet

Courses

Advisory Members

Brandon Russell

Butler County EMS
701 Haverhill Rd.
El Dorado, KS 67043

Jennifer Kimberline

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10 S. East Street
Emporia, KS 66801

Steve Howe

Emporia Fire Department
522 Mechanic
Emporia, KS 66801

Joel Hornung

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604 N. Washington St.
Council Grove, KS 66846

Instructor(s):

Barb Evans

Student Organizations: